1996 Subaru SVX vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru SVX | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
